Joules Trainee Merchandiser

Next · Market Harborough

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• The Role
• Step into the role of Trainee Merchandiser.

Apply today if you're looking to begin soon or if you're planning for a Summer 2026 start.

This is an integral role based at our Joules Head Office where you will be right at the heart of the action. You will join our friendly, forward-thinking Merchandising department to help us land a strategy that feels as fresh and effortless as our collections.

We are looking for someone who appreciates the finer details of our heritage while keeping a keen eye on the future. This is a role for someone who loves the numbers as much as the aesthetic and understands that a well-balanced range is the secret to a happy customer.

Working Pattern: This is a full time role based at ‘The Barn’ -  Joules’ purpose built Head Office in Market Harborough, Leicestershire. The typical hours for this role are 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday and this is an onsite role.

• Our Location
• Market Harborough in Leicestershire, is where Joules began in 1989. This market town is home to the brand’s Head Office and is full of independent shops, bars and restaurants. It also benefits from good transport links to London, making it easily accessible for visitors and commuters alike.

What You’ll Do

You will support the Merchandising team to land the stock strategy, in line with the planning of the Business/Trading teams.

• Supporting in analysing previous sales history, reviewing size rations and identifying best & worst sellers.
• Gain a commercial understanding of product ranges and assess stores & competitors.
• Provide administrative support surrounding trading meetings such as best and worst seller identification and sample gathering.
• Provide administrative support for the management of continuity stock
• Start to negotiate handover dates with a Supplier and highlight issues to the Merchandiser.
• Update delivery schedules and systems to reflect the latest delivery position.
• Ensures all department Purchase Orders are created accurately and in line with the Critical Path.
• Prepares trackers for Progress Meetings to ensure problems are dealt with promptly and effectively.
• Update systems with guidance: loads grading, sizing, lead times, product information etc.
• Collate and prepare information for supplier visits and meetings.

• We aren’t just growing; we’re evolving at pace. We are currently on an exciting trajectory and you won’t just be part of the journey, you’ll be part of driving our commercial evolution during our most exciting chapter yet.What You’ll Bring
• To really shine within the role of Trainee Merchandiser you must be able to work flexibly and at pace with a passion for the Fashion industry. We also value your ability to really align with who we are. So, if you:

• Have a keen interest in the fashion and retail industry
• Want to be part of a team who loves getting stuff done
• Have a genuine team spirit
• Are fearlessly creative with ideas to share
• Are not afraid to fail and grow 
• Have a genuine positivity for the future of our brand and all we can achieve
• Are adaptable and can embrace change
• Can work collaboratively and are always ready to give it your all
• Enjoy celebrating success 

You thrive in a collaborative environment, enjoy celebrating success with the team, and have a proactive approach to seizing new opportunities.

From a technical and operational perspective, it would also be advantageous if you have:

• Work experience and/or a relevant degree 
• Passionate and knowledgeable about the Fashion Industry
• You’re someone who takes time to fully understand the process – who puts in extra effort to make sure work meets the required standard
• Adaptive and able to effectively work at pace
• High level of attention and accuracy with ability to retain information
• Awareness of and genuine enthusiasm for the Joules brand
• Analytical and mathematically minded
   

• Your Application
• We highly recommend that your cover letter details the following:

• Demonstrate your knowledge of the Joules brand.
• It is important to disclose not only your affinity for data and numbers but also your passion for the fashion industry.
• What makes you, you? In true Joules fashion, we love to know how you spend your time off!
• Confirm when you would be available to start in the role.

Please note that applications not accompanied by a cover letter are unlikely to be progressed. 

Please note that we may close the advert early if the required level of applications is received - apply now to receive early consideration.
 

• Sponsorship
• In accordance with Home Office guidance successful candidates will be required to evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. Joules does not hold a Sponsor Licence and would not, therefore, be able to sponsor a successful candidate under the Skilled Worker route. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the right to work without sponsorship.

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At Joules, we honour our British heritage while creating products and experiences that delight, inspire, and connect with our customers every day. We are committed to bringing freshness and innovation to our collections, delivering style, quality, and joy in every season. We strive to be the leading brand in preppy, heritage ‘time off’ clothing, offering standout outerwear and rainwear, layered autumn and winter essentials, fresh spring and summer styles, and a broad selection across womenswear, menswear, kidswear, and homeware.

At Joules we lead on product, design, print, creative brand strategy and marketing whilst NEXT supports retail, HR, finance, distribution, customer service and returns - offering operational excellence.

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